Australasian bittern, Botaurus poiciloptilus, AV228

Physical Description

Study skin of a bittern with its body, head and tail in a straight line. Legs are crossed in front and tied together at the ankle, and the wings are folded back against the body.

Field Collection

Collided with windscreen at night.

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 100 x 250 x 860mm